The Idaho Experience – Others Things to Do While in Town

Ok, so you are heading to Idaho (most likely for the first time for either the Rising Seniors Camp, The TOP 12 Camp or The Rising Stars Super Showcase) and you want to know what else there is to do in and around Lewiston. I would be doing the same sort of research, so I did a lot of it for you. You can always check out the fantastic tourism board as well here.

Palouse Falls, WA – 60 miles away (remember, you are in a rural area so you will see seven cars on that drive) and one of the most beautiful things you will see in your life.

Coeur d’Alene, ID. – 74 miles away. Very cute downtown and the CDA (Coeur d’Alene) Resort is world renowned for it’s views and golf course (it has a floating green that you boat to!).

McCall, Idaho – 109 miles away and gorgeous. Basically halfway between Lewiston and Boise. Gorgeous drive along the Salmon River. Big lake and a cute little town.

Dworshak Dam in Orofino – 35 miles away. Beautiful drive along the Clearwater River. Not much to do in Orofino besides check out their schools mascot (Maniacs, not kidding).

Washington State University – 27 miles away. Great chance to see a Division 1 campus. Pullman, WA. has some decent spots to eat as well. It is only about six miles from University of Idaho so you could easily kill two birds with one stone.

University of Idaho – 25 miles away. Great chance to see an FBS school and it is only about 6 miles from WSU. Two completely different campuses. Gambinos is a good pizza place in Moscow, ID …say Mosco, not MosCOW…they get pissed :). FYI: that cut in half beer can turned upside down is the Kibbie Dome, where they play football.

Harrison, Idaho – 76 miles away and a gorgeous drive through lots and lots of trees. Small lake town with one of my favorite places in the world, One Shot Charlies. Great restaurant and bar. Gorgeous views and the world famous Creamery. By boat, you are now 30 minutes from Coeur d’Alene or 60 minutes by car.

Southway Pizzeria – One of my favorite pizza places in the world.

Fazzari’s Pizza – Big battle in town over if Southway or Fazzari’s is better (I think it’s Southway) pizza. Fazzari’s is thinner and less gooey, Southway is all over your face and I am so in for that type of pizza (better sauce as well).

 

Bravas Restaurant – Good sit down place with a wide array of quality food. More upscale for Lewiston, ID.

Bojacks Broiler Pit – Hole in the wall restaurant that serves a lot of food. You will not leave hungry

The Mystic Cafe – Coffee place with a bakery and a solid restaurant that is more upscale for Lewiston.

Waffles N More – downtown Lewiston. Hole in wall breakfast place that is usually crowded because of big portions and great food!

Clearwater River Casino, Lewiston – 6 miles. Your standard Native American casino with a sports bar that has a massive tv.

Wineries – There are several wineries in around Lewiston but the one I hear the most good things about is Rivaura. If you are REALLY into wine, you should definitely go check out Walla Walla, WA (70 miles away)

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at Rubio@RubioLongSnapping.com

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 18 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,700 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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2024 Summer Camps

You are going to have some tremendous summer camp options for 2024 and I want to make sure you understand each one in detail.

Rising Stars Super Showcase (East Coast) – June 22 and June 23 in Atlanta, GA.
Click HERE for more information and/or to register.

  • This is taking over the Underclassmen Invitational.
  • You do NOT need to be invited to this camp.
  • It is open to ALL levels of Long Snappers in the classes of 2026 – 2031
  • It is a two day camp.
  • This camp includes one on one instruction with Rubio, group instruction, competition, YouTube filming, a Rubio Long Snapping shirt and game show with the terrible kickers.

 

FBU TOP GUN Camp – June 28 and June 29 in Naples, FL.
Registration will open in January.

  • One All-American Bowl Long Snapper spot will be earned at this camp!
  • One FBU All-American will be earned at this camp (class of 2028)!
  • You do NOT need to be invited to this camp.
  • It is open to ALL levels of Long Snappers in the classes of 2025 – 2028
  • It is a two day camp.
  • This camp includes group instruction, competition, YouTube filming.

 

THE IDAHO EXPERIENCE CAMPS

Click HERE for a FULL list of things to in and around Lewiston.

Rising Seniors Camp – July 6-8,  in Lewiston, ID.
Click HERE for more information and/or to register. I will have to close this camp early to get the proper number of seats on the boat so do NOT wait on this one.

  • You do NOT need to be invited to this camp. If you are a senior that did NOT get invited to the TOP 12 Camp, this is a must attend camp for you!
  • It is open to ALL levels of Long Snappers in the class of 2025.
  • It is a three day camp.
  • This camp includes one on one instruction with Rubio, group instruction, competition, YouTube filming, a Rubio Long Snapping shirt and much, much more…
  • One Polynesian Bowl spot will be selected at this camp!
  • After the first session, we will have a bbq and pool party. After the second session, we will go on a four hour Snake River Adventures boat ride through Hells Canyon (cost of the boat ride is included for Long Snappers, parents can attend but will have to pay separately).
  • You have three different airport options: Lewiston, ID. (only serves Delta and United), Pullman, WA (only serves Alaska Airlines and is 30 miles north of Lewiston), and Spokane, WA. (serves all airlines but is a two hour drive from Lewiston, but you will only see about five cars once you leave Spokane).
  • Holiday Inn in Clarkston, WA and use the code: 100308896 for a discount.
  • Holiday Inn Express  in Lewiston and Hampton Inn, both use the codes RLS for a discount.
  • You can also look for a rental house.

 

TOP 12 Camp – July 9 – 11,  in Lewiston, ID.
Click HERE to register IF you have been invited by Rubio.

  • One All-American Bowl Long Snapper spot and one Polynesian Bowl spot will be earned at this camp!
  • You DO need to be invited to this camp.
  • You earn an invite by dominating at a VEGAS EVENT or being chosen as a wild card. I will give out 20 invites at the January Vegas Event and 20 at the May Vegas Event, plus have ten wild card spots to hand out for Long Snappers that were unable to attend a Vegas Event.
  • It is a three day camp.
  • Hotel is included for the Long Snappers. Parents are highly encouraged to NOT attend this camp.
  • This camp includes one on one instruction with Rubio, group instruction, competition, YouTube filming, a Rubio Long Snapping shirt and much, much more…
  • After the first session, we will have a bbq and pool party. After the second session, we will go on a four hour Snake River Adventures boat ride through Hells Canyon (cost of the boat ride is included for Long Snappers).
  • All Long Snappers will need to be in Lewiston by 3:00 pm on the first day of camp OR in Spokane, WA. by 2:00 pm if they want a ride through Rubio Long Snapping.

 

Rising Stars Super Showcase (West Coast) – July 12 – 14,  in Lewiston, ID.
Click HERE to find out more information and/or to register. I will have to close this camp early to get the proper number of seats on the boat so do NOT wait on this one.

  • This is taking over the Underclassmen Invitational.
  • You do NOT need to be invited to this camp.
  • It is open to ALL levels of Long Snappers in the classes of 2026 – 2031
  • It is a three day camp.
  • One FBU All-American will be chosen at this camp (class of 2028)!
  • This camp includes one on one instruction with Rubio, group instruction, competition, YouTube filming, a Rubio Long Snapping shirt and much, much more…
  • After the first session, we will have a bbq and pool party. After the second session, we will go on a four hour Snake River Adventures boat ride through Hells Canyon (cost of the boat ride is included for Long Snappers, parents can attend but will have to pay separately).
  • You have three different airport options: Lewiston, ID. (only serves Delta and United), Pullman, WA (only serves Alaska Airlines and is 30 miles north of Lewiston), and Spokane, WA. (serves all airlines but is a two hour drive from Lewiston, but you will only see about five cars once you leave Spokane).
  • Holiday Inn in Clarkston, WA and use the code: 100308896 for a discount.
  • Holiday Inn Express and Hampton Inn, both use the codes RLS for a discount.
  • You can also look for a rental house.

 

 

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,700 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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TOP 12 NAPLES FLORIDA Camp Results – JULY 7TH & 8TH, 2023

Rubio Long Snapping had a phenomenal turnout in Naples, Florida at our TOP 12 Event.

Here are the results from the Rubio Long Snapping TOP 12 Camp in Naples, FL.

 

Morrow Evans
Jace Eastlick
Joseph Vinci
Grant Mills
Caleb Blankenship
Gray Evans
Keaton McNutt
Jack Florentine
Landon Beal
Jax Thompson
Gunner Yocum
Carter Owen

 

 

 

 

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,700 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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TOP 12 NAPLES FLORIDA RSI RESULTS

Rubio Long Snapping Top 12 Camp in Naples, FL   The final RSI scores were a combo of Target scores, 4o’s, 5-10-5 Drill, L Drill, Speed with bonus points for being in the tops of each category.

The finalists with the top 12 overall RSIs were:

Jack Florentine
Jacob Poff
Wyatt Rubinoff
Caleb Blankenship
Connor Weeks
Jace Eastlick
Morrow Evans
Robby Belmarez
Jayden Fernandez
Tyson Trim
Gray Evans
Kellan Sutton

ALPHABETIZED
RSI WITH BONUS POINTS
Last, First RSI ADD
Beal, Landon 22.47
Belmarez, Robby 54.86
Benjamin, Ryan 33.66
Blankenship, Caleb 62.76
Blanton, Benjamin 29.73
Box, Marshall 24.00
Boylan, Nathan 22.17
Browne, Thomas 38.18
Buckner, J.R. 44.02
Connelly, John 43.87
Curry, Nick 50.48
Dietz, Tate 31.58
Eastlick, Jace 57.36
Engstrand, Jaxon 32.13
Evans, Gray 51.15
Evans, Morrow 55.05
Fernandez, Jayden 53.95
Florentine, Jack 71.89
Gorby, Braeden Dean 30.35
Gunderson, Brock 26.83
Ingram, Charlie 36.40
Johnson, Bode 31.33
Koonce, Isaiah 40.68
Leonard, Bradford 29.11
Martinez, Jared 40.51
McNutt, Keaton 49.43
Mills, Grant 0.00
Molen, Broden 33.91
Nazworth, Brandon 38.71
Owen, Carter 40.68
Poff, Jacob 71.67
Riggs, Jake 39.81
Rubinoff, Wyatt 64.52
Schlater, Caleb 22.89
Sutton, Kellan 51.00
Thompson, Jax 33.62
Trim, Tyson 51.35
Vinci, Joseph 34.14
Walker, Cole 28.51
Weeks, Conor 58.26
Yocum, Gunnar 46.06

 

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,000 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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TOP 12 NAPLES FLORIDA 3 CONE DRILL RESULTS

Rubio Long Snapping had an awesome Top 12 Event in Naples Florida on July 7th & 8th.

Top 12 finalist results in 3 Cone Drill:

Jacob Poff
Jack Florentine
Jace Eastlick
Broden Molen
Robby Belmarez
Marshall Box
Wyatt Rubinoff
Ryan Benjamin
Joseph Vinci
Caleb     Blankenship
Grant Mills
Jaxon Engstrand

 

ALPHABETIZED
3 CONE DRILL
Last, First 3 CONE AVG
Beal, Landon 7.95
Belmarez, Robby 7.81
Benjamin, Ryan 7.88
Blankenship, Caleb 7.91
Blanton, Benjamin 8.24
Box, Marshall 7.83
Boylan, Nathan 8.13
Browne, Thomas 8.09
Buckner, J.R. 9.23
Connelly, John 8.33
Curry, Nick 8.11
Dietz, Tate 8.25
Eastlick, Jace 7.74
Engstrand, Jaxon 7.92
Evans, Gray 8.49
Evans, Morrow 8.16
Fernandez, Jayden 8.50
Florentine, Jack 7.42
Gorby, Braeden Dean 8.30
Gunderson, Brock 8.20
Ingram, Charlie
Johnson, Bode 8.16
Koonce, Isaiah 8.32
Leonard, Bradford 8.22
Martinez, Jared 8.44
McNutt, Keaton 7.92
Mills, Grant 7.91
Molen, Broden 7.74
Nazworth, Brandon 8.43
Owen, Carter 8.20
Poff, Jacob 7.17
Riggs, Jake 8.09
Rubinoff, Wyatt 7.85
Schlater, Caleb 8.09
Sutton, Kellan 8.09
Thompson, Jax 8.25
Trim, Tyson 8.06
Vinci, Joseph 7.88
Walker, Cole 8.16
Weeks, Conor 8.71
Yocum, Gunnar 8.06

 

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,000 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

 

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TOP 12 NAPLES FL 40 YARD DASH RESULTS

Here are the results of all Long Snappers running the 40 yard dash. Each Long Snapper was timed by three instructors and ran a minimum of two times.

The TOP 12 fastest were:

Marhsall Box
Tyson Trim
Nick Curry
Jack Florentine
Robby Belmarez
Jace Eastlick
Jacob Poff
Gunnar Yocum
Caleb Schlater
Keaton McNutt
Benjamin Blanton
Morrow Evans

Here are the 40 times for each long snapper:

 

Last, First 40 YRD AVG
Beal, Landon 5.18
Belmarez, Robby 4.99
Benjamin, Ryan 5.22
Blankenship, Caleb 5.16
Blanton, Benjamin 5.13
Box, Marshall 4.82
Boylan, Nathan 5.33
Browne, Thomas 5.16
Buckner, J.R. 5.80
Connelly, John 5.38
Curry, Nick 4.95
Dietz, Tate 5.40
Eastlick, Jace 4.99
Engstrand, Jaxon 5.17
Evans, Gray 5.27
Evans, Morrow 5.15
Fernandez, Jayden 5.61
Florentine, Jack 4.95
Gorby, Braeden Dean 5.58
Gunderson, Brock
Ingram, Charlie
Johnson, Bode 5.32
Koonce, Isaiah 5.65
Leonard, Bradford 5.53
Martinez, Jared 5.37
McNutt, Keaton 5.12
Mills, Grant 5.39
Molen, Broden 5.18
Nazworth, Brandon 5.40
Owen, Carter 5.31
Poff, Jacob 5.05
Riggs, Jake 5.32
Rubinoff, Wyatt 5.57
Schlater, Caleb 5.11
Sutton, Kellan 5.54
Thompson, Jax 5.29
Trim, Tyson 4.94
Vinci, Joseph 5.35
Walker, Cole 5.32
Weeks, Conor 5.93
Yocum, Gunnar 5.06

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,000 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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TOP 12 NAPLES FL 5-10-5 RESULTS

Rubio Long Snapping had an awesome Top 12 Event in Naples, Florida July 7th & 8th.

TOP 12 finalist results:

Jacob Poff
Marshall Box
Jack Florentine
Caleb Schlater
Robby Belmarez
Tyson Trim
Jace Eastlick
Kellen Sutton
Jaxon Engstrand
Ryan Benjamin
Thomas Browne
Broden Molen

ALPHABETIZED
5-10-5
Last, First 5-10-5 AVG
Beal, Landon 4.80
Belmarez, Robby 4.54
Benjamin, Ryan 4.62
Blankenship, Caleb 4.71
Blanton, Benjamin 4.74
Box, Marshall 4.30
Boylan, Nathan 4.74
Browne, Thomas 4.64
Buckner, J.R. 5.58
Connelly, John 4.95
Curry, Nick 4.71
Dietz, Tate 4.95
Eastlick, Jace 4.60
Engstrand, Jaxon 4.61
Evans, Gray 4.93
Evans, Morrow 4.77
Fernandez, Jayden 4.99
Florentine, Jack 4.37
Gorby, Braeden Dean 4.85
Gunderson, Brock 5.05
Ingram, Charlie
Johnson, Bode 4.83
Koonce, Isaiah 4.84
Leonard, Bradford 4.67
Martinez, Jared 4.87
McNutt, Keaton 4.74
Mills, Grant 4.72
Molen, Broden 4.65
Nazworth, Brandon 4.94
Owen, Carter 4.82
Poff, Jacob 4.28
Riggs, Jake 4.78
Rubinoff, Wyatt 5.04
Schlater, Caleb 4.45
Sutton, Kellan 4.60
Thompson, Jax 4.75
Trim, Tyson 4.55
Vinci, Joseph 4.82
Walker, Cole 4.98
Weeks, Conor 5.28
Yocum, Gunnar 4.75

 

Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Rubio has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the USA Today, Deadspin, Sports Illustrated and countless other publications.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 1,000 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-on opportunities to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

 

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The Polynesian Bowl

Rubio Long Snapping will be selecting a TOTAL of 14 All-Americans this year once again! Four of those of course are for the Polynesian Bowl (Class of 2023) on CBS Sports – 2 K/P/’s and 2 Long Snappers.

Q: HOW DO I QUALIFY TO BE A POLYNESIAN BOWL ALL-STAR THIS YEAR?

A: TWO STEPS!

  1. Get Selected to attend the TOP 12 Camp  

  2. Attend the TOP 12 Camp in July & Dominate

Let’s Break it down step by step.  . .

STEP #1:  Get Selected to attend the TOP 12 Camp 

Q: HOW DO YOU GET SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TOP 12 Camp?

A1: Your best chance is to attend the January and/or May National Vegas Events.

At each of the Vegas Events (January & May), Rubio will select 20 athletes that dominated each camp and he feels could potentially be ready for the next level.

A2: Your other option is a gamble, but you could take a WILDCARD spot.

Apart from the 40 members selected from the Vegas events, Rubio will also have a maximum of FIVE Wild Card invites that he can give throughout the year. His choice. Any camp. All on Rubio and what he has seen and/or read about throughout the year.

STEP #2: Attend the TOP 12 Camp in July & Dominate

Q: WHAT IS THE TOP 12 CAMP?

A: Once you have been officially invited to the the TOP 12 Camp, you can register for the TOP 12 CAMP on our website.  

Rubio Long Snapping will run a 3-day camp in mid July loaded with competition and evaluation.  Based on performance, athletes will be selected to participate in final competitions to earn Polynesian Bowl All-Star selections.

*This camp IS mandatory to attend to become a Polynesian Bowl All-Star.

Rubio Long Snapping will rank ALL Participants based on performance at this camp.

There you have it!  That’s your road to the POLYNESIAN BOWL . . .

MAY VEGAS Registration and Information Below:

May Vegas is a 2-day camp loaded with competition and evaluation.  Based on performance, athletes will be selected to make the “TOP 12” and attend the TOP 12 CAMP in July.

* Rubio will be present at this camp.
* Rubio will rank ALL Participants based on performance at this camp.
* Rubio will select 20 K/P to the TOP 12 Camp

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Click HERE to participate in the National Event: VEGAS XL!

DATES:
Saturday, May 14th & Sunday, May 15th, 2022
*We recommend arriving on Friday the 13th as some groups start very early on Saturday.

LOCATION:
Bishop Gorman High School

COST:
$450 until Midnight 3/14/2022 (Early Bird price) *Regular price is $500

BASIC INFO:

  • Saturday is an instructional day and will end by 6pm
  • Sunday is a charting and competition day and will end by 6pm
  • Both days, participants will only be required to be on the field during group times which will be determined one week prior to the event.
  • Groups may start as early as 6:45am each day so we recommend you arrive in Las Vegas on Friday.

INCLUDED: Instruction, evaluation, competition, a Rubio Long Snapping T-Shirt, a player profile and ranking on RubioLongSnapping.com. Winner of the camp receives one camp from Rubio Long Snapping. (travel and accommodations not included).   SEE YOU IN VEGAS!!!

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Meet the 2019 TOP 12 Members

Here are your 2019 TOP 12 members! These are the Long Snappers (in alphabetical order) that were absolutely dominant throughout the year. Enjoy!

Will Albright

State: Tennessee

Class: 2020

Height: 6’2″

Weight: 215lbs

 

 

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Tennessee

Hobbies: Golf, dove hunting and playing guitar

Favorite Movie: Empire Strikes Back

Favorite Food: Chicken Pot Pie

Favorite Motivational Quote: The wicked flee when nobody is chasing but only the Godly are bold as lions – Proverbs 28:1

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
Combination of athleticism, grit, determination, and snapping ability
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I have really fat fingers.

Nick Barcelos

State: California

Class: 2020

Height: 6’1″

Weight: 217lbs

GPA: 3.6

ACT/SAT: 28/1250

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Nevada

2. Oklahoma State

3. Air Force

4. Rice

5. Navy

Hobbies: Cars, beach and Art

Favorite Movie: The Longest Yard

Favorite Food: Lobster Mac & Cheese

Favorite Motivational Quote: “If you fail to prepare, you’re prepared to fail” ~Mark Spitz

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
My athleticism and the ability to be a part of downfield coverage, as well as my size and strength if snapping and blocking is needed.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I’m empathetic and compassionate towards others and demonstrate integrity regardless of the situation.

Colby Cox

State: Georgia

Class: 2020

Height: 6’2

Weight: 225

GPA: 3.4

ACT/SAT: 22

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Alabama

2. South Carolina

3. Mississippi State

4. Georgia

5. LSU

Hobbies: Baseball & Football

Favorite Movie:  Grown Ups

Favorite Food: Pizza

Favorite Motivational Quote: “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country? I snap a hard and accurate ball, I won the Top 12 Camp, made it to the finals in January Vegas, I can cover and make tackles, I always have a smile on my face and laughing, and I always know I can beat the man next to me.

What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I made all region for baseball batting .341 through 31 games.

Bryce Eimer

State: New Jersey

Class: 2020

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 205lbs

GPA: 90

ACT/SAT: 1110

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Toledo

2. Arkansas State

3. Pitt

4. UCF

5. Miss State

Hobbies: Training, Playing Sports, Swimming, listen to music, Go to the beach

Favorite Movie: The Wolf of Wall Street

Favorite Food: Chicken Parm over Spaghetti

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Nobody is gonna hit as hard as life, but it ain’t how hard you can hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.” – Rocky

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
I’ve shown on multiple occasions that I am one of if not the most consistent and accurate snappers who also throws one of the fastest balls in my class. I dominantly won Vegas 34 and had the fastest average at the camp. At January Vegas I was in the first group of snappers to earn a Top 12 invite. At Top 12, I believe I outperformed most of the snappers ahead of me and everyone behind. I can’t remember one bad snap throughout the entire weekend. I’ve dominated multiple college camps where I made it my mission to be the one to beat and left no doubt I was the best snapper there. Outside of snapping, on the field I have started at many positions such as LB, DE, DT, TE, HB, and have played on kickoff and kickoff return since my sophomore year at a dominant South Jersey high school program. When I’m in the game I play the game with more passion then anybody else on the field. There is no doubt I am one of the most athletic snappers in my class. All around I have shown in every avenue I am a TOP snapper in my class whether it’s mentality, speed, accuracy, or athleticism I’ve proved it all.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
One unique quality about myself is that I’m an amazing street hockey player. If street hockey was a college sport I’d be on FULL SCHOLARSHIP! I was asked to play for Team USA who recently traveled to Czech Republic and Switzerland but I’m a Long Snapper first.

JT Greep

State: California

Class: 2021

Height: 6’1

Weight: 215

GPA: 3.83

ACT/SAT: n/a

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. UCLA

2. USC

3. Alabama

4. Penn State

5. Georgia

Hobbies: Fishing, hunting & hanging with friends

Favorite Movie:  Rudy

Favorite Food: Steak

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Winners train, losers complain”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country? My speed on the ball with my accuracy.

What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I didn’t know what a Long Snapper was until the eighth grade.

Kameron Hawkins

State: California

Class: 2020

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 225lbs

GPA: 3.6

ACT/SAT: Taking in October

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Committed to the University of Arizona

Hobbies: NASCAR, fishing and hunting

Favorite Movie: Avengers Endgame

Favorite Food: Sushi

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Don’t let your worst enemy lie between your two ears.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
I know what it take to be the best long snapper in the country. I always go above and beyond to achieve my goals. I always have an extreme amount of confidence in my snapping abilities.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I can do the splits 🙂

Christo Kelly

State: Illinois

Class: 2020

Height: 6’3″

Weight: 275lbs

GPA: 93.3

ACT/SAT: 30

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Committed to Holy across as a OL and a LS
Hobbies: Bowling, Chess while people are playing Checkers, training and video games.

Favorite Movie: Trading Places

Favorite Food: Steak(medium rare plus) if you get well done then you’re a communist

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Greater good?’ I am your wife! I’m the greatest good you’re ever gonna get!”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
I lay the boom on the defenders. I’m also the best blocker out of anyone.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I listen to Christmas music year round and I can do the splits.

John Kirkpatrick

State: Tennessee

Class: 2020

Height: 6’2″

Weight: 220lbs

GPA: 3.1

ACT/SAT: Taking in September

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Ole Miss

2. Tennessee

3. LSU

4. Western Kentucky

5. Middle Tennessee

Hobbies: Outdoor activities

Favorite Movie: Real Steel

Favorite Food: Steak

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Life gets hard, wear a helmet”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
I work harder than most, every day, to be my best.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I work well with and regularly assist special needs students.

Cruz Rubio

State: California

Class: 2020

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 200lbs

GPA: 3.4

ACT/SAT: 23

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. USC

2. Portland State

3. San Diego State

4. Montana State

5. Idaho State

Hobbies: Playing basketball and listening to music

Favorite Movie: You don’t mess with the Zohan

Favorite Food: Buffalo Wings

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Stand up for what you believe in, even if you are standing alone.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
My attitude / confidence
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I really enjoy making videos and photography

Gregory Tarr

State: Michigan

Class: 2020

Height: 6’1″

Weight: 195lbs

GPA: 3.7

ACT/SAT: 1200

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Michigan

Hobbies: Basketball, lifting and drama

Favorite Movie: Creed 1 & 2

Favorite Food: Pancakes

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
I have a good mix of technique and athleticism. I’m mentally tough but I can also take a step back and enjoy the situations I am put in. Also, I am always looking to get better.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I am very sociable, I love to meet new people and form new relationships with them. To me the best thing you can do in your life is have a positive impact on other people’s lives.

Rocco Underwood

State: Florida

Class: 2021

Height: 6’3″

Weight: 205lbs

GPA: 3.9

ACT/SAT: 1050

 

Top 5 College Choices:

1. Alabama

2. Florida

3. Clemson

4. Georgia

5. UCF

Hobbies: Hanging with my family and friends, fishing, golfing, basketball, watching movies and doing the lawn.

Favorite Movie: Red Dawn

Favorite Food: Chicken Tenders

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn’t work hard.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
What makes me the best long snapper in the country is that, I don’t only have a very accurate and fast snap, I also am very athletic and quick and can down the field and cover. I also play TE at my high school!!
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I got the unsung hero award which is the award when you don’t get enough recognition for what you have done. Last year I played center and long snapped.

Jacob Zuhr

State: Florida

Class: 2020

Height: 6′

Weight: 205lbs

GPA: 3.7

ACT/SAT: 26/1220

Top 5 College Choices:

1. FSU

2. Florida

3. Wake Forest

Hobbies: Hanging with friends

Favorite Movie: The Benchwarmers

Favorite Food: Chicken Wings

Favorite Motivational Quote: “Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the Country?
My mentality and confidence with my ability makes me the best Long Snapper in the country.
What is one unique things about you that not everyone might know?
I work at a local restaurant in my town.

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BIG Changes to the TOP 12 Camp!

Rubio top 12 CampAs you all know, at every January Vegas Event, Chris Sailer and I choose the TOP 12 Long Snappers, Kickers and Punters. Then, at our May Vegas Event, Sailer and I choose the “Event Elite” which is made up of the top Long Snappers, Kickers and Punters over the weekend. Together, they combine and form the exclusive TOP 12 & EVENT ELITE camp during the summer. This is the cream of the crop talent wise and over 90% of these athletes end up in college with many headed off to the NFL.

This year, things will be different….MUCH different.

In order to create the maximum amount of targeted exposure for our athletes we have decided to make a few changes. These new changes will allow us to showcase which Long Snappers, kickers, and punters are truly ready to compete at the next level.

At each of our Vegas Events, Vegas XXIX and Vegas 30, Sailer and I will select 20 athletes that dominated each camp and we feel could potentially be ready for the next level.

We will also have a maximum of FIVE Wild Card invites each that we can give throughout the year. Our choice. Any camp. All on us and what we have seen and/or read about throughout the year.

Curious as to what I am looking for in a Long Snapper, click HERE

Now, here is where things REALLY get interesting. During the summer, at The TOP 12 camp  (the term “Event Elite” is officially retired), not only will the athletes have to perform on the field, they will have to perform off the field as well. Each athlete will undergo a full interview process along with several meetings so that we can really grasp who they are and how they will handle the life of a college and/or pro athlete.

As soon as each Long Snapper, kicker, or punter receives their respective invitation to this prestigious camp, they will be mailed a black shirt with yellow writing. At the end of the camp, when we unveil the TOP 12, each one of those campers will receive the elusive yellow shirt AND a full special outfit designed by Adidas specifically for those campers.

Stay with me here, The TOP 12 will be chosen at the end of the camp. They will be selected at individual meetings in a war room at the end of camp while the other Long Snappers will be waiting and feeling the pressure, wondering “How many spots are left?”

They will be selected by their mental and physical ability over the three days of the camp.

Now, we will REALLY get to see who are The TOP 12 of Rubio Long Snapping and The TOP 12 of Chris Sailer Kicking!

VEGAS XXIX

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Chris-Rubio-2Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world. Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 12 years, Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 300 Long Snappers earning FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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2016 TOP 12 and EVENT ELITE!

After much deliberation, here is the final list of the Rubio Long Snapping TOP 12 & EVENT ELITE for 2016!

Remember, the TOP 12 is chosen from the VEGAS EVENT in January and the EVENT ELITE is chosen from the VEGAS EVENT in May. Together, they will form the TOP 12 & EVENT ELITE camp at the IMG ACADEMY in FL in July.

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  1. Thomas Fletcher
  2. Mitch Hall
  3. Kasey Kelleher
  4. Devin Noth
  5. Jake Pagel
  6. Austin Reeves
  7. Nate Durham
  8. Kyle Gibbs
  9. Ross Hinders
  10. Ross Reiter
  11. Koby Paez
  12. Quentin Skinner

EVENT ELITE

  1. Noah Rodriguez-Trammell
  2. Cade Long
  3. Joe Calcagno
  4. Oscar Shadley
  5. Marshall Coluzzi
  6. Billy Taylor
  7. Matt Hembrough
  8. Kyle O’Connor
  9. Noah Turner
  10. Trevor Dhabalt
  11. Drew Wise
  12. Matt Baldeck
  13. Alex Michaelson
  14. John Davis
  15. Kevin Crabtree
  16. Ryan Culbertson
  17. Jacob Potter
  18. Paul Lawless

Alternate:

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r4ubio5Rubio Long Snapping is, by far, the biggest and best resource for Long Snappers in the country. Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world. Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

In just 12 years,  Chris Rubio, President and Owner of Rubio Long Snapping, has become the #1 Long Snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a Long Snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on “Rubio’s” word day in and day out on who the best Long Snappers are in the country. Rubio Long Snapping has assisted in over 300 Long Snappers earning FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to major colleges and universities just for Long Snapping and many into the NFL as well.

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Rubio Long Snapper Carson Vey Commits to the University of Pennsylvania!

Carson VeyRubio Long Snapper & EVENT ELITE member Carson Vey (NJ, ’15) has committed to the University of Penn!

Vey is, easily, one of the most athletic Long Snappers in the country. To go along with his excellent athletic ability, Vey is also one heck of a student (hence, being admitted to an Ivy League school).

A true competitor, Vey has improved drastically over the past year and has a frame that can take him very far with his Long Snapping.

Congratulations to Vey and his family!

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Happy Ranksgiving to the 2015 Long Snappers from the GA Camp (11/23)

The rankings are completed for ALL  2015 Long Snappers that participated in the Rubio Long Snapping fall Camp in GA.

Long Snappers came in from FL, MS, TN, AL, OH, SC, KY and, of course, GA to learn from the best and get the most exposure possible for Long Snappers.

Next ranking opportunity will be in TX on December 7th and at VEGAS XXV.

Blake Ferguson

Blake Ferguson

The best 2015 Long Snapper at the camp was Blake Ferguson. The accuracy and consistency Blake showed was uncanny. His misses were by inches and every snap is within milliseconds of each other.  The kid is a machine right now.

  • Liam McCullough left absolutely no doubt he is one of the most dominant Long Snappers in the country. I timed him a couple times in the .5s!
  • Drew McCracken was snapping with great confidence and poise. Definitely a top tier Long Snapper.
  • Hunter Womac showed great promise and improvement. Watch this TALL Long Snapper.
  • Kyle Varnell might have the most potential of any Long Snapper in the country.
  • Logan Hamilton looked very sharp and smooth. Tons of greatness from him throughout the day.
  • Ryan Parris is a very strong Long Snapper that has waves of brilliance.

Notables: Tyler Gilliam, Ben Warner, Braxton Hale and Ty Mimbs.

KEY POINTS:

  • My rankings are NOT done just from The Rubio Target
  • My rankings are NOT done from some mathematical formula.
  • My rankings ARE done by me and only me. That is why they take a good amount of time. (Think of it this way, it takes MONTHS to build a Rolls Royce but only hours to build an average car)
  • My rankings are based off of this blog I wrote about what makes a Long Snapper great.
  • If you would like anything added to your profile page, simply email me (Rubio@RubioLongSnapping.com) the information and consider it done.
  • All Long Snappers are ranked after their first fall camp of their freshman year in high school.

A Long Snapper has the ability to adjust their ranking anytime I see them LIVE, not on video.

For the rankings section, simply go to RubioLongSnapping.com  rollover PLAYER RANKINGS, rollover which CLASS you are looking for, click that CLASS, click LONG SNAPPERS and find your name.

Be sure to check out the highlight tape from the Rubio Long Snapping fall camps in NC and GA below…

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Rubio Long Snapper & TOP 12er John Sheperdson Chosen for All-Star Game

John Sheperdson, 2011 See his profile at www ChrisLong time Rubio Long Snapper John Sheperdson of Cal has been selected to participate in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl!

John has been the starter for three years and has done extremely well throughout his high school and college career.

Congratulations to John and his family.

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Happy Ranksgiving to the 2016 Long Snappers from the NC Camp (11/22)

The rankings are completed for ALL  2016 Long Snappers that participated in the Rubio Long Snapping fall Camp in NC.

Long Snappers came in from VA, GA, SC, OH, FL, MD, PA TN, NY and, of course, NC to learn from the best and get the most exposure possible for Long Snappers.

Next ranking opportunity will be in TX on December 7th and at VEGAS XXV.

Ben Wyatt

Ben Wyatt

The best 2016 Long Snapper at the camp was Ben Wyatt. Ben has been improving drastically over the past year and he was absolutely dominant at the fall camp in NC. Snaps D1 speeds right now and rarely misses. One to watch for sure.

  • Harrison Freeman was smooth and accurate all day long. Just letting the ball go will be huge for him. Passes the eye ball test quickly.
  • Charles McDonough was exceptional all camp and started his push towards the TOP 12.
  • Jackson Quiggle got hot and was throwing immense heat at the end of the camp. Major improvement in the past couple of months.
  • Skyler Korinek is right on the cusp of greatness. Couple tweaks and he will crush other Long Snappers in his class.
  • Sion Harrington has all of the tools to be a great one. Watch him closely.

Notables: Kyad Agha, Jacob Keith, Hayden Moore, John Murphy, Ethan Ray, Javon McHenry, Mitchell Sepe, Gabe Skrobot , Troy Smith and Sean Somers.

KEY POINTS:

  • My rankings are NOT done just from The Rubio Target
  • My rankings are NOT done from some mathematical formula.
  • My rankings ARE done by me and only me. That is why they take a good amount of time. (Think of it this way, it takes MONTHS to build a Rolls Royce but only hours to build an average car)
  • My rankings are based off of this blog I wrote about what makes a Long Snapper great.
  • If you would like anything added to your profile page, simply email me (Rubio@RubioLongSnapping.com) the information and consider it done.
  • All Long Snappers are ranked after their first fall camp of their freshman year in high school.

A Long Snapper has the ability to adjust their ranking anytime I see them LIVE, not on video.

For the rankings section, simply go to RubioLongSnapping.com  rollover PLAYER RANKINGS, rollover which CLASS you are looking for, click that CLASS, click LONG SNAPPERS and find your name.

Be sure to check out the highlight tape from the Rubio Long Snapping fall camps in NC and GA below…

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Two Rubio Long Snappers to Senior Bowl!

Andrew East - Terrific athlete with a smooth snap

Andrew East

For the first time, but not the last I am sure, two Rubio Long Snappers have been chosen to the Senior Bowl!

Rubio Long Snapper Andrew East of Vanderbilt has been selected to the Senior Bowl.

Andrew is a very athletic Long Snapper that has been a four year starter for the Commodores. He is one of the most athletic Long Snappers in the country and has a very good shot at the next level.

Joining him will be Rubio Long Snapper and TOP 12er Joe Cardona of Navy!

Joe Cardona

Joe Cardona

Cardona has been a four year starter for Navy and also known for his incredible athleticism.

Congratulations to these two excellent Long Snappers.

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Rubio Long Snapper Drew McCracken Commits to UAB on Full Scholarship

drew-mccracken4079Long time Rubio Long Snapper Drew McCracken (GA, ’15) has committed to UAB on full scholarship! It was great receiving the text “I have just committed to UAB on full scholarship! Thank you for everything. I couldn’t have done it without you!”

McCracken, who is an EVENT ELITE member and has attended 10 Rubio Long Snapping camps over his high school career, will be taking over for Rubio Long Snapper Dallas Noriega!

McCracken is an extremely athletic Long Snapper that can snap in the .6s. He is quiet and has tremendous form. He will be a great fit for UAB.

Congratulations to him and his family (he has a little brother, Zane, class of 2020 who has been with Rubio Long Snapping for two years so watch out!).
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Rubio Long Snappers Fighting for Starting Job at Michigan

According to this article, it looks as though the Michigan Wolverines have a battle for the starting Long Snapper position between, yup, you guessed it, two Rubio Long Snappers.

The two Rubio Long Snappers: Scott Sypniewski and Andrew Robinson. Both are obviously great Long Snappers and the competition should be tight. I wish them both the best of luck and I know that the Wolverines will have a great one no matter who they go with.

One must wonder, is this simply the wave of the future? A college coach simply choosing which Rubio Long Snapper to go with as the starter….

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Meet The TOP 12 & EVENT ELITE members

Here are your TOP 12 and EVENT ELITE members! These are the Long Snappers (in alphabetical order) that were absolutely dominant throughout the year during the Vegas Events in January and May. Enjoy:

Aloma, JohnName: John Aloma

State: California

Grad Year: 2016

Ht 6’1″

Wt: 193

GPA: 4.0

SAT/ACT: N/A

Top 5 College Choices:
1. UCLA
2. USC
3. University of Utah
4. San Jose State University
5. San Diego State University 

Hobbies:
1.Throwing shot put and discus
2. Coaching youth track
3. Watching football

What is favorite movie? Anchorman

What is your favorite food? Chocolate and bacon

What is your favorite motivational quote? Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My work ethic and my attitude towards adversity.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I have a twin brother that looks nothing like me.

State: GA
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6″3
Wt: 220
GPA: 3.1
SAT/ACT: 1550/not taken yet
Top 5 College Choices:
1. UGA
2. Clemson
3. South Carolina
4. Kentucky
5. Florida
Hobbies:
1. Fishing
2. Wakeboarding
3. Boating
What is favorite movie?
The Other Guys
What is your favorite food? Steak
What is your favorite motivational quote? Dream big and dare to fail.
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My work ethic and drive.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I have a twin.

Block, CodyName: Cody Block

State:Arizona

Grad Year:2015
Ht:6
Wt:220
GPA:3.76
SAT/ACT:1450

Top 5 College Choices:
1.San Diego state
2.Colorado State
3.UCLA
4.ASU
5.Michigan State

Hobbies:
1.wake boarding
2.mountain biking
3.racquetball

What is favorite movie? End of watch

What is your favorite food? BBQ chicken pizza

What is your favorite motivational quote?
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? Athleticism on top of an excellent LongSnapper. Humble

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
I like to mentor/help other kids who were in my shoes at their age. Anywhere from football to life

Carty, AJName: Aidan “AJ” Carty

State: California

Grad Year: 2015

Ht: 6’3
Wt: 240
GPA: 3.7
SAT/ACT: 30 (math – 33)

Top 5 College Choices:
1. Washington
2. Penn State
3. UCLA
4. Texas A&M
5. Yale

Hobbies:
1. Snowboarding
2. Ultimate frisbee
3. Annoying my sisters

What is favorite movie?Miracle

What is your favorite food?Oreos

What is your favorite motivational quote? “Tough times never last but tough people do” Dr. Robert Shueller

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My speed and accuracy and now finally my consistency makes me the best long snapper in the country.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?My pediatrician diagnosed me with failure to thrive when I was 1 and 2 years old.

Den Bleyker, JohnnyName:  Johnny Den Bleyker

State:  California

Grad Year:  2016

Ht:  6′ 1″

Wt:195

GPA:  3.74

SAT/ACT: Hasn’t taken yet

Top 5 College Choices:
1.  Colorado
2.  Washington State
3.  San Diego State
4.  North Carolina
5.  Duke

Hobbies:
1.  Lifting with my friends & teammates
2.  Playing any sport (mostly basketball) with my friends
3.  Playing strategic board games

What is favorite movie?  Gladiator

What is your favorite food? Meat

What is your favorite motivational quote?  “Ability is a poor man’s wealth.” — John Wooden

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?  1) I’ve known Rubio since I was 12;  2) I have been an athlete my entire life and have excelled at several different sports. Through my many years of playing on all sides of the ball, especially on defense, I have developed not only a physical, but a mental toughness.  I snap fast, I can block, I like to hit & tackle and I’m fast enough to get down field and stop the returner;  3) I am seen as a leader by my teachers, coaches & peers and I do well academically.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?  I am going to be balder than Rubio.

Eatherly, GeronGeron Eatherly

Texas
Class of 2016
 
6 foot
200 lbs
3.5 GPA
SAT/ACT. I haunt taken them yet but will this summer
 
Top 5 colleges 
1.University of Houston 
2.UTSA
3.Florida
4.Alabama
5.Arizona 
 
Hobbies
1.Play the piano
2.Play football with my friends 
3.Work out
 
My favorite movie is Rocky 4 
 
My favorite food is Steak
 
My favorite motivation quote is “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard” -Kevin Durant
 
I AM the best long snapper in the country because of how hard I work and how Aggressive i am
 
one quality that i have is that i am empathetic 

Farnsworth, WesleyName: Wes Farnsworth

Nevada

2015

6’2″

210

3.3

Colleges
University Washington
Oregon  State
Oregon
Washington State
San Jose state

Hobbies
Football
Baseball
Marshmallow golf

Movie: Grid Iron Gang

Favorite Food: Seafood 

Quote: Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.

What makes you the Best Long Snapper? I love my family and I know they are a crucial part of who I am and my success.   I drive myself hard on and off the field.  I have worked very hard to master my craft of long snapping and incorporating that into my athleticism.  I am very humble and appreciate those that have taken an interest in me and my future.

What is one Unique quality: Take pride in being a good role model for young kids

State: Nevada
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6’1″
Wt: 220
GPA: 3.24
SAT/ACT: 1580
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Florida
2. Oregon State
3. Cal
4. UCLA
5. TCU
Hobbies:
1. Lifting
2. Hiking
3. Hanging out with friends.
What is favorite movie? Tombstone
What is your favorite food? Gyros
What is your favorite motivational quote? “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid;E)” style=”color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;”> do not be dismayed,F)” style=”color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;”> for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? The will and determination to be the best I can be.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I learned to juggle in 2nd grade.

Ferguson, BlakeName: Blake Ferguson

 State: Georgia
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6’3″
Wt: 220
GPA: 3.7
SAT/ACT: 1520, 25
Top 5 College Choices:
1. LSU
2. See #1
3. See #2
4. See #3
5. See #4
Hobbies:
1. Cooking
2. Soccer
3. Social Media
What is favorite movie? The Great Gatsby
What is your favorite food? Tied between Steak Burrito & Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
What is your favorite motivational quote? “When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, that’s when you’ll be successful.”
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? Because I believe I am.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I am currently involved in a 5 year Medical Research Study finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes.
Foley, MattName: Matt Foley

State: California
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6’1″
Wt: 215
GPA: 3.2
SAT/ACT: 1640/22
Top 5 College Choices:
1. BYU
2. SDSU
3. New Mexico
4. Arizona
5. Washington
Hobbies:
1. Weight Lifting
2. Hanging out with teammates
3. Netflix
What is favorite movie? Friday Night Lights
What is your favorite food? California Burrito (no pico de gallo)
What is your favorite motivational quote? “Your talent determines what you can do. Your motivation determines how much you are willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it.”
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My determination to be the best and willingness to work as hard as it takes to reach that. And my hair.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I can eat more California burritos in one day than most people can in a week.

Freeman, HarrisonName: Harrison Freeman

State: NC

Grad Year: 2016

Ht: 6’4

Wt: 215

GPA: 4.25

SAT/ACT: N/A

Top 5 College Choices:
1. Duke
2. UNC
3. Yale
4. NCSU
5. South Carolina

Hobbies:
1. Longsnapping
2. Reading
3. Tutoring friends in Spanish

What is favorite movie? Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

What is your favorite food? Chicken Parm

What is your favorite motivational quote? “Start strong, stay strong, finish strong”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? High level of confidence, ability to understand feedback for improvement and passion to excel; all to better my team as a whole.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I have a love for the Spanish language.

Goebel, HarrisonName: Harrison Goebel

State: UTAH

Grad Year:2015

Ht:6’6”
Wt:242
GPA:3.98
SAT/ACT:21 (but just barely did a retake)

Top 5 College Choices:
1.Utah State
2.Colorado
3.Minnesota
4.CAL
5.NAU

Hobbies:
1.Baseball
2.Basketball
3.Madden (unbeatable)

What is favorite movie? Bo Knows (espn 30/30)

What is your favorite food? Whipped cream

What is your favorite motivational quote? “I hated every minute of training, but I said, don’t quit.  Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My size athleticism and my love and understanding of the game. Believing in myself so much that every time I step on the football field I believe I can make a game changing play.

What is one unique quality about you that  not everyone might know about? People have said that I am really humble. Almost too humble.

State: California
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 5’11”
Wt: 190
GPA: 3.0
SAT/ACT: Not yet given results from June 7th
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Stanford
2. Cal Poly SLO
3. Cal Berkeley
4. USC
5. San Diego State
Hobbies:
1. Golfing
2. Weight Lifting
3. Basketball
What is favorite movie?
21 Jump Street
What is your favorite food?
Sushi or Pizza
What is your favorite motivational quote?
“It isn’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done” -Rocky
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?
What makes me the best Long Snapper in the country is my work ethic, focus, and desire to succeed. I work hard everyday to improve and accomplish my goals.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
I am a radio commentator for high school baseball.

Griffiths, TylerName: Tyler Griffiths

State:North Carolina

Grad Year:2015

Ht:6’3”

Wt:230

GPA: 3.9

SAT/ACT: 1640/25

Top 5 College Choices:
1.Clemson
2. NC State
3.Chapel Hill
4.Louisville
5.Virginia

Hobbies:
1.White Water Kayaking
2.Buffets
3.Long Snapping

What is favorite movie? Draft Day

What is your favorite food? Taco Bell

What is your favorite motivational quote? “Your talent determines what you can do. Your motivation determines how much you are willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it.”
-Lou Holtz

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? I Work smart and everyone knows I Spit Hot fire!

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I make good bird noises, and I am the FCA president at my school. (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)

Ca
2016
Ht: 6’0
Weight: 195
Top 5 colleges
1) UCLA
2) Oregon
3) Alabama
4) USC
5) Washington
Hobbies:
1) ride my bike
2) watch tv
3) go to the beach
The blind side.
CheeseBurgers.
“When you feel like quitting remeber why you started”.
The Amount of heart I have for not only long snapping but the game of football.
I’m color blind.

Kirkegaard, ConnorName: Conner Kirkegaard

State:California

Grad Year: 2016

Ht: 5’11”
Wt: 195
GPA: 3.6
SAT/ACT:

Top 5 College Choices:
1. ASU
2. UCLA
3. SDSU
4. USC
5. Oregon

Hobbies:
1. Football
2. Lacrosse
3. Hunting

What is favorite movie? -The Longest Yard

What is your favorite food? -All.

What is your favorite motivational quote? “Get busy living, or get busy dying” -The Shawshank Redemption

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? What makes me the best long snapper in the country is that I am an analytical thinker which enables me to continually perfect my craft to perfection. Also I’m diligent in the pursuit of perfection and striving to be the best at what I do, in everything I do.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?m Not everyone knows I can do magic, like card/coin tricks haha

Knight, JakeName: Jake Knight

State: MI
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6’3
Wt: 230
GPA: 4.1
ACT: 27
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Boston College
2. Cornell
3. Princeton
4. Vanderbilt
5. Villanova
Hobbies:
1. Golfing
2. Snowmobiling
3. Playing Basketball
Favorite Movie: Step Brothers
Favorite Food: Chicken queso burrito from Qdoba
Favorite Motivational Quote: “Tough times don’t last, but tough people do.” – Floyd Mayweather
I am the best long snapper in the country because I know how hard I’ve worked, and I have CONFIDENCE in myself that I am the greatest.
One unique quality everyone may not know about me is that I played Hockey for 12 years.

Lovingood, RileyRiley Lovingood

Tennessee

2015
6’1
230
3.75
23

1.Tennessee

Hobbies
1. Playing golf
2. Playing tennis
3. Playing Table tennis

Favorite movie is: Zoolander

Favorite food is: a Chickfala Sandwich

Quote: “but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strengthThey will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31

Im the best snapper because of my mental edge and the ability to do the same fast and accurate snap every time

a unique quality: I always have to be the one driving, I hate riding with other people

State: OK
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6′ 2″
Wt: 245
GPA: 3.0
SAT/ACT:
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Oklahoma
2. Arkansas
3. Tulsa
4. Texas Tech
5. UCLA
Hobbies:
1. Weightlifting
2. Wake boarding
3. Fishing
What is favorite movie? The Other Guys
What is your favorite food? Pulled pork
What is your favorite motivational quote?  “Adversity cause some men to break; others to break records.”
– William A. Ward
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? I bring the best combination of snapping skill, blocking and tackling.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I can out kick my kicker!
State: Indiana
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6 ft 2 in
Wt:255lbs
GPA: 3.875/4.0
SAT/ACT: My scores are not posted yet
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Purdue
2. Minnesota
3. Wisconsin
4. Cornell
5. Ball State
Hobbies:
1. Fishing
2. Hunting
3. Four wheeling
What is favorite movie?
Saving Private Ryan
What is your favorite food? General Tso Chicken
What is your favorite motivational quote? “One Brick Higher”
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? I snap a fast, consistent, and smooth ball back to punter. My snaps are easy to catch and the punter can count on the ball being there every time.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? If I can’t be on the football field, I love to be out fishing or hunting.
McCracken, DrewName: Drew McCrackenState: GeorgiaGrad Year: 2015

Ht: 6’1″
Wt: 190
GPA: 3.5
SAT/ACT:

Top 5 College Choices:
1. Georgia
2. Georgia Southern
3. Mercer
4. UAB
5. Coastal Carolina

Hobbies:
1. Snapping
2. Football
3. Basketball

What is favorite movie? Jack Reacher

What is your favorite food? Steak

What is your favorite motivational quote? I can do all things through Christ who strengtheneth me.

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? Work ethic

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might. Commitment

McCullough, LiamName: Liam McCullough
OH
2015
6’3″
220
3.6
30 ACT
Committed to THE Ohio State University
Hobbies:
Cooking
Traveling
Favorite movie: Anchorman
Favorite Food: Yes
“Everyone like to work at what they’re good at. You have to work at the things you hate in order to get better.”  -OSU Coach Kerry Coombs
I have great speed, accuracy, and consistency on my snaps. I have size and athleticism and move well after the snap. I have a great attitude and work ethic and am very coachable
I have an eidetic memory and can quote from hundreds of episodes of Spongebob and the Big Bang Theory. I can quote almost the whole movie anchorman and know a song containing every country in the world, as well as one containing every element on the periodic table. I know countless facts that are completely useless in life and am able to recall objects, images, sounds, and occurrences with high precision and in great detail.

Meyer, ScottName: Scott Meyer

State: Georgia

Grad Year: 2016

Ht: 6’2

Wt: 210

GPA: 3.4/4.0

SAT/ACT: n/a

Top 5 College Choices:
1. University of Georgia
2. University of Miami
3. West Virginia University
4. Mississippi State University
5. University of South Florida

Hobbies:
1. Long Snapping
2. Baseball
3. Hanging out with friends

What is favorite movie? Talladega Nights

What is your favorite food? Steak

What is your favorite motivational quote? “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?  Strong work ethic, consistent, quick learner, always looking to get better

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? My dad is Jewish, My mom was raised Southern Baptist, and I go to Catholic School. Try to figure that one out…

Ober, JordanName: Jordan Ober

State: Nevada

Grad Year: 2015

Ht:6’1
Wt:190
GPA:3.2
SAT/ACT: 1390 And waiting for ACT score

Top 5 College Choices:
1. UCLA
2.ASU
3. U of A
4. UC Berkely
5. Michigan St

Hobbies:
1. Golf
2. Play mini hoop (basketball)
3. Play piano

What is favorite movie?
Armageddon

What is your favorite food?
Chipotle burritos with extra steak

What is your favorite motivational quote?
“If you want to succeed as much as you want to breathe, then you will be successful. ”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?
I am hard working and very dedicated to play the game that I love. I truly put all of my effort and heart into whatever I do. I practice day and night and when people are watching me, I remain calm and I snap better under pressure.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
Most people crack under pressure. I do the best under pressure.

Parris, RyanName: Ryan Parris 

State: Alabama

Grad Year:2015

Ht:6’0

Wt:230

GPA:3.4

SAT/ACT:ACT- 23

Top 5 College Choices:
1.Alabama
2.University of South FLorida
3.University of Alabama in Birmingham
4.Southern Miss
5.Western Kentucky

Hobbies:
1. Kayaking
2.Fishing
3.Working on the farm

What is favorite movie? Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift

What is your favorite food? Raw Oysters

What is your favorite motivational quote? Amat Victoria Curum- Victory loves preparation

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I once kayaked over 100 miles in 4 days

Poujol, MichealMichael David Poujol

State: Texas

Grad Year: 2015

Ht: 6’4

Wt: 220

GPA: 3.6

ACT: 28

Top 5 College Choices
1. Texas
2. Ole Miss
3. TCU
4. N/A
5. N/A

Hobbies:

1. Fishing / Hunting
2. Working out
3. Being around My Family 

What is favorite movie? Fast and Furious (all of Them)

What is your favorite food? A mediumare Sirloin Steak and a Baked Potato

What is your favorite motivational quote?  “Only those who go too far can possibly find out how far one can go”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? The ability to execute my responsibilities as a long snapper, under the pressure of a huge gathering of spectators and through any amount of distraction makes me the best Long Snapper in the country.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I enjoy using my creativity to build things like custom archery arrows, a personal  closet workshop and whatever may come to mind. I also like using a little home brewed chemistry to concoct home made pyro-techniques.

Reiter, DonaldName: Donald Reiter

State: Arizona

Grad Year: 2016

Ht: 6′ 0″
Wt: 230
GPA: 3.5
SAT/ACT: Not Taken Yet

Top 5 College Choices:
1. Notre Dame
2. Stanford
3. Wisconsin
4. Boston College
5. Duke

Hobbies:
1. Hanging out with friends.
2. Building and constructing things.
3. I love to help out around the community and do things to better it. Also love serving in the church.

What is favorite movie?
Remember The Titans & The Longest Yard

What is your favorite food?
Definitely I am a steak and potatoes type of guy.

What is your favorite motivational quote?
(Verse) Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?
I will never give up. I have the work ethic to keep going no matter the circumstance. I am always looking to improve and never settle on what just happens in the past. It is always about improvement with me. I have great character and a joy to be around. I always put my best effort forward and do it to the best of my ability.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
I am a leader and have the greatest and upmost character. Always telling the truth and I am a very kind person.

Hayden SakName: HAYDEN SAK 
State: ILLINOIS
Grad Year: 2015
Ht: 6’3″
Wt: 250 lbs
GPA: 3.9
SAT/ACT: 22 (Retaken 6/14)
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Washington State
2. Arizona
3. California
4. Colorado State
5. Minnesota
Hobbies:
1. Weightlifting
2. Snapping
3. Listening to music
What is favorite movie?
SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION
What is your favorite food?
Chevaps
What is your favorite motivational quote?
“It doesn’t take skill to hustle”
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?
My dedication to the game and my drive to make it to the next level.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
I have two different colored eyes.
Shannon, JohnName: John ShannonState: ILGrad Year: 2016

Ht:6’2
Wt:225
GPA: 3.4
SAT/ACT:

Top 5 College Choices:
1.ND
2. Alabama roll tide
3. Clemson
4. Texas
5. The U

Hobbies:
1. Eating
2. Snap chat
3. Front squats

What is favorite movie? 300

What is your favorite food? Pizza (only chicago)

What is your favorite motivational quote? “In my line of work only 1% makes it”  – Ray Lewis

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My ability to preform under any amount of pressure and deliver a perfect snap when needed.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I like playing with light switches

Simmons, RyanName: Ryan Simmons

State: California

Grad Year: 2015

Ht: 6’1 & 1/2

Wt: 225

GPA: 3.3

SAT/ACT: 1558/ 21

Top 5 College Choices:

1. University of Hawaii at Manoa
2. Northern Arizona
3. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
4. Cal
5. San Diego State

Hobbies:
1. Fishing
2. Playing the ukulele
3. Paddle boarding

What is favorite movie? Ocean 13

What is your favorite food? Sushi

What is your favorite motivational quote? You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. –  Rocky Balboa

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? I will out work anyone else that you put me up against. Whether that’s in the weight room, on the field, or in just plain ole’ effort. I will out work anyone else.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I am an avid Tai Chi student. In both mediation and in combat.

State: California
Grad Year: 2016
Ht: 6 feet
Wt: 215
GPA:3.11
SAT/ACT:
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Notre Dame
2. Nebraska
3. Illinois
4. Washington
5. Duke
Hobbies:
1. Hanging out with friends
2. Playing Video Games
3. Snapping
What is favorite movie?
Lone Survivor
What is your favorite food?
Sushi
What is your favorite motivational quote?
“No matter the circumstances that you may be going through, just push through it.” – Ray Lewis
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country?
My work ethic. I work harder than any guy in our class, and make sure everything is perfect. I’m a perfectionist.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about?
I am teddy bear at heart. I’m the nicest person you’ll ever meet. I don’t wish bad on anyone.
State: NC
Grad Year: 2015
Ht:6’4″
Wt: 205
GPA: 4.0
SAT/ACT: 1560
Top 5 College Choices:
1. Wake Forest- Committed
2.
3.
4.
5.
Hobbies:
1. Piano
2. Water Skiing
3. Basketball
What is favorite movie? Step Brothers
What is your favorite food? London Broil
What is your favorite motivational quote? “Don’t only practice your art, but force your way into its secrets, for it and knowledge can raise men to the divine.” -Ludwig van Beethoven
What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? In addition to excellent snapping, I have the athletic ability to cover punts.
What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I taught myself to play piano.

Wirtel, StevenName: Steven Wirtel

State: IL

Grad Year: 2016

Ht: 6’4

Wt: 200

GPA: 3.2

SAT/ACT:

Top 5 College Choices:
1. Notre Dame
2. Georgia
3. Florida
4. Kansas
5. Alabama

Hobbies:
1. Working Out
2. Playing all different types of sports.
3. Spending time with my family.

What is favorite movie? Bad News Bears (Newer One)

What is your favorite food? Breakfeast Burrtios

What is your favorite motivational quote? “We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort.”

What makes YOU the best Long Snapper in the country? My work ethic is better than any long snapper out there! I will always outwork my opponents.

What is one unique quality about you that not everyone might know about? I have a big heart and I’m willing to help anyone no matter who they are.

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The FINAL EVENT ELITE Announcement!

Here it is, the final announcement declaring who will be in the TOP 12 and EVENT ELITE Camp this summer in Los Angeles.

This decision was very difficult due to the amazing talent that was present in Las Vegas at the Rubio Long Snapping 12th Annual Snapping Spring Event.

I personally would have liked to continue to announce the members over time but, as you have been noticing on social media, I have been speeding it up since I know people need to get flights.

So, here we go…..you final Event Elite announcement is that……

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The following Long Snappers are invited to the EVENT ELITE in June! Congratulations go out to…

  • Steven Wirtel
  • Donald Reiter
  • Jake Knight
  • Geron Eatherly
  • Scott Meyer
  • Koby Walsh

Alternates: Caleb Hendrix, Chaska Moon, Carson Vey, Hunter Womac and Chase Urbach (if someone cannot make the camp, these Long Snappers will have the opportunity to attend)

Congratulations to these Long Snappers and trust me when I tell you, this was NOT an easy decision at all. There are several other Long Snappers that are right on the cusp of making it.

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